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there's electricity about it. >> it's referred to as the lincoln bible, but the curator points out lincoln did not own this bible, it was given to him by william thomas carroll, so lincoln never read it or made notes, and for that reason scholars find it useless as a source in understanding the great man, but the book does tell us something about ourselves, how we honor these objects that were created by the ancestors, and this book while held for only a brief time by president lincoln is somehow imbeaued with his spirit, and it has power. >> it gives us windows for the imagination to go there, and this was handled by abraham lincoln and it has a quality that pictures and virtual reality will never provide for us, and this makes history real. >>> president obama will be sworn in tomorrow using two bibles. the lincoln bible and dr. martin luther king jr.'s bible, and they will be stacked on top of each other. >>> and then a wreath laying ceremony along the title basin to mark mlk day which is tomorrow. it begins at noon. >>> hundreds of people marched and rallied to keep king's dream alive,
there's electricity about it. >> it's referred to as the lincoln bible, but the curator points out lincoln did not own this bible, it was given to him by william thomas carroll, so lincoln never read it or made notes, and for that reason scholars find it useless as a source in understanding the great man, but the book does tell us something about ourselves, how we honor these objects that were created by the ancestors, and this book while held for only a brief time by president lincoln is...
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this one is president abraham lincoln's bible when he was sworn in, in 1861. he will use martin luther king jr. personal bible. it has extra significance in this inauguration because it's happening on the federal holiday that honors the civil rights leader. both bibles will be stacked on top of each other. in the first inauguration, the president used the lincoln bible as well. martin luther king jr.'s bible, it was his traveling bible when he would go places to make speeches. he would take that bible with him. he'd be able to study from that bible and pull verses if he wanted to insert things into speeches. >> how is that having your hand on the bible used by lincoln and martin luther king jr. >> absolutely. >> the first family observed martin luther king jr. day on saturday with a day of service, of course. >> with thousands of others. >>> if you're planning to go to the national mall, plan on leaving plenty of extra time. >> you're going to need it. security will be tight for everybody downtown for the event. news 4's megan mcgrath live on the mall this mor
this one is president abraham lincoln's bible when he was sworn in, in 1861. he will use martin luther king jr. personal bible. it has extra significance in this inauguration because it's happening on the federal holiday that honors the civil rights leader. both bibles will be stacked on top of each other. in the first inauguration, the president used the lincoln bible as well. martin luther king jr.'s bible, it was his traveling bible when he would go places to make speeches. he would take...
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then in the public one on monday he's stacking the lincoln and martin luther king jr. bibles. >> let's go back across to kath. we have kim kardashian with us, and it's her birthday from los angeles. who was the first president to be sworn in by a woman? president lyndon johnson, john kennedy, bill clinton, or george w. bush? >> bill clinton? [ buzzer ] >> you're a winner too. >> yes, you are. >> all right, kim kardashian gets my book. so the correct answer here, president lyndon johnson. >> lyndon johnson. you might remember that famous, famous picture on air force one after president kennedy was assassinated. he was sworn in by a dallas judge, sarah hughes. >> okay. well, thank you so much. that was -- we learned a lot, and kathie lee is going to come back across the street now, and we're going to talk to a woman who knows a thing or two about money. our good friend suze orman is with us. we're going to speak with her after this. ♪ ng, and teaching it took to earn it. so we give you the power to keep as much of your hard-earned money as possible. our customized inte
then in the public one on monday he's stacking the lincoln and martin luther king jr. bibles. >> let's go back across to kath. we have kim kardashian with us, and it's her birthday from los angeles. who was the first president to be sworn in by a woman? president lyndon johnson, john kennedy, bill clinton, or george w. bush? >> bill clinton? [ buzzer ] >> you're a winner too. >> yes, you are. >> all right, kim kardashian gets my book. so the correct answer here,...
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and he has set the bar high, saying abraham lincoln's second inaugural is the one he would most like to emulate. we have more from the center of it. danielle, what's going on right now? >> reporter: good morning, veronica. right now it's a bit chilly and breezy. pretty quiet. that is all going to change shortly when hundreds of thousands of people, likely up to 800,000, crowd on to the national mall here to watch president barack obama take the oath of office in a public ceremony kicking off his second term. people very excited about this trip. they're going to be coming out here and bearing the cold for hours to see it. there are several large screens set up so that even those who weren't able to get tickets who are going to be a ways back are able to get a front row seat to history in the making. now the president is expected to be taking the oath of office just before noon. then he will make his inaugural address. the theme of today is safe in america's future. the president will head into the second term facing a budget battle, as well as other controversies that he will have to
and he has set the bar high, saying abraham lincoln's second inaugural is the one he would most like to emulate. we have more from the center of it. danielle, what's going on right now? >> reporter: good morning, veronica. right now it's a bit chilly and breezy. pretty quiet. that is all going to change shortly when hundreds of thousands of people, likely up to 800,000, crowd on to the national mall here to watch president barack obama take the oath of office in a public ceremony kicking...
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and low 40s, and it's going to be a great day to be outside today whether you are going out to the lincoln memorial or the jefferson memorial or world war ii memorial, great, all of it. and the arctic air coming in for the middle of the week. >>> that is your latest forecast, lester. >>> if you thought being a kid was tough, imagine doing it with, growing up with the world watching your every move. we have seen sasha and malia obama grow up before our eyes. malia is now a high school freshman. sasha in her first year in middle school. kristen welker is here with a look at the first daughters growing up. good morning. >> good morning. amazing how much they have grown. from the start, the president and first lady has asked that the media respect malia and sasha's privacy. a request that has been largely followed but they are older now and that will bring new challenges for them and their families. >> when malia and sasha stepped on the stage, it was hard not to marvel at how much they have matured. >> i was struck seeing how much they have grown from four years ago. >> reporter: they were so
and low 40s, and it's going to be a great day to be outside today whether you are going out to the lincoln memorial or the jefferson memorial or world war ii memorial, great, all of it. and the arctic air coming in for the middle of the week. >>> that is your latest forecast, lester. >>> if you thought being a kid was tough, imagine doing it with, growing up with the world watching your every move. we have seen sasha and malia obama grow up before our eyes. malia is now a high...
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but to president lincoln, and have finished dome symbolize that divided nation. lincoln said of people see the capital going on, it is a sign we, the union, shall go on. and so, despite the conflict that engulfed the nation and surrounded the city, the dome continues to rise. on december 2, 1863, the statute of of woman was placed atop the dome where she still stands today. in sublime irony, it was a former snake -- former slave who helped passed the bronze statue. our present times are not as perilous or despairing as the were in 1863, but in 2013, far too many doubted the future of this great nation and our ability to tackle our own and have finished domes. today's problems are intractable, they say. the times are so complex. the differences in the country and the world so deep, we will never overcome them. with thoughts like these produce anxiety, fear, and even despair, we would do well to remember that americans have always been, and still are, a practical, optimistic, problem-solving people, and our history shows, no matter how steep the climb, how difficul
but to president lincoln, and have finished dome symbolize that divided nation. lincoln said of people see the capital going on, it is a sign we, the union, shall go on. and so, despite the conflict that engulfed the nation and surrounded the city, the dome continues to rise. on december 2, 1863, the statute of of woman was placed atop the dome where she still stands today. in sublime irony, it was a former snake -- former slave who helped passed the bronze statue. our present times are not as...
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and he has set the bar high, saying abraham lincoln's second inaugural is the one he would most like to emulate. danielle leigh is center it all. what's the mood right now? >> reporter: you can feel the energy growing out here. the sun is rising. thousands of people are already here on the national mall. you may be able to hear some music in the background. that's coming from large screens all along national mall where i'm standing. they are going air the inauguration, give people an up close view. right now they are playing music, videos and people are crowding around those, watching those as they arrive. many people bundled up. they will be out here in the cold for the long haul. the ceremony doesn't begin until 11 in k34r0. the president takes the oath of office just before noon. when that happens we expect 800,000 people to be gathered around. it will be a very exciting moment. after that will be the parade and one of the highlights are eight floats dedicated to the first and second family, also to civil rights and specifically one float dedicated to martin luther king, jr. as yo
and he has set the bar high, saying abraham lincoln's second inaugural is the one he would most like to emulate. danielle leigh is center it all. what's the mood right now? >> reporter: you can feel the energy growing out here. the sun is rising. thousands of people are already here on the national mall. you may be able to hear some music in the background. that's coming from large screens all along national mall where i'm standing. they are going air the inauguration, give people an up...
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the other is the bible that abraham lincoln was using to be sworn in in 1861. that's a pretty weighty moment there. >> that's right. >>> meanwhile, coming up as well, we'll hear from the president's brother-in-law, craig robinson. he has some surprising things to say about how the first term changed the president and his sister, the first lady. >> and we are going to have the answer that everybody has been asking the question to, what does the president think of mrs. obama's brand new bangs? >> there's only one possible response for him. >> he is a very smart man. there could only be one response. >> there's no upside to criticizing that hairdo, no question. >> diplomatic. >>> andrea mitchell is here with a look at the second term of president's past. good morning to you. >> good morning to you. welcome to washington sbin august ration day. the president has dined the last two weeks with historians to better understand the curse that befalls many second term presidents. he begins his final four years in office. >> i george walker bush. >> do solemnly swear. >>
the other is the bible that abraham lincoln was using to be sworn in in 1861. that's a pretty weighty moment there. >> that's right. >>> meanwhile, coming up as well, we'll hear from the president's brother-in-law, craig robinson. he has some surprising things to say about how the first term changed the president and his sister, the first lady. >> and we are going to have the answer that everybody has been asking the question to, what does the president think of mrs....
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and one to abraham lincoln. >> he may take the oath of office this morning but his second term began yesterday. >> so help you god. >> so help me god. >> thank you mr. chief justice. >> chief justice john roberts swore him in, in this private ceremony in the white house. >> by law, he has to begin on january 20th. the public ceremony will take place today. sonia sotomayor swore in the vice president yesterday. >>> one of the big things is keeping people safe. >> there will be a no fly zone within a 30-mile radius of the capitol. on the water, the coast guard will shut down six miles of the potomac. vehicle traffic restricted from using 150 blocks in the district. more measures, including toxic air detectors, plainclothes security officers and thousands of doses of antidotes in case of a chemical or biological attack are also on stand by. it's estimated that all the security costs about $120 million. you can expect tight security if you're heading to the national mall today to watch the president take the oath of office. >> news 4's megan mcgrath is live on the mall for us this mornin
and one to abraham lincoln. >> he may take the oath of office this morning but his second term began yesterday. >> so help you god. >> so help me god. >> thank you mr. chief justice. >> chief justice john roberts swore him in, in this private ceremony in the white house. >> by law, he has to begin on january 20th. the public ceremony will take place today. sonia sotomayor swore in the vice president yesterday. >>> one of the big things is keeping...
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lincoln's first inauguration, he is begging people not to fight this war. the second inauguration, how are we going to appeal the nation? another second inauguration that is memorable as franklin roosevelt. in 1933, franklin roosevelt did not know what the new deal was going to do. by 1937, franklin roosevelt knew what the new deal was about. his second inaugural address was much more specific. one-third of the nation still ill fed and ill clothed. the mission needed to be continued. second inaugurations are much more pointed as far as the president is concerned. what should you look for on this inauguration. it is going to be a coming together. it is going to be the legislative branch hosting the executive branch. large numbers of the diplomatic corps will be up on the platform. huge numbers of the public will be there to see what is going on. the fact that congress continues to hold these inaugurations is a sign of this coming back together. national unity, this moment of national unity and we suspend all of the political fight and we swear in this person
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abraham lincoln is abraham lincoln is known as the great emancipator. outside of the typical emancipation stirring the great emancipator there is a man named moe says. it's your second mrs. life, and they took lifted three ideas to misplace commensurate and leadership may speak to all of us today as leaders in our country and in some way to those of you in our land. i began apart and care there was moses. two things they learn. numbers tells us the men as this is a humble man, more than anyone else on the face of the earth. god chooses and uses those who humble themselves before him and others. young mary, mother of jesus in her bag because says god scatters their hearts, but lifts up the lowly. jesus teaches the same thing when he turns to disciples are during the night before you be crucified which one is the greatest. he says you don't understand. but the pickings at the world operate, but not how you operate. the first among you, the one who would be great would be your servant. and then he washed his disciples feet. mrs. humility was cut with a dee
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the president will use the bible that president abraham lincoln used when he was sworn in as president in 1861. the president used the same bible in his first inauguration, both bibles will be stacked on top of each other. what an amazing sight that will be to have both bibles, the historical significance and the responsibility the presidency that's represented in the bibles as well. >> absolutely. >>> it's 5:25 on your inauguration morning. next, the steps being taken on the mall to ensure one incident from the president's first inauguration does not repeat itself. >> also ahead, the man who helped announce each inaugural parade for nearly 60 years. >> a live picture now from the vienna metro station where it's been a busy morning. you see folks buying those fare cards. we'll tell you what to expect if you're taking metro to the inauguration. >> for road closures and travel information, visit nbcwashington.com/inauguration. click on our local there are over 200 varieties of gourmet coffee that have earned the "keurig brewed" seal of approval. the keurig brewed seal is our commitment t
the president will use the bible that president abraham lincoln used when he was sworn in as president in 1861. the president used the same bible in his first inauguration, both bibles will be stacked on top of each other. what an amazing sight that will be to have both bibles, the historical significance and the responsibility the presidency that's represented in the bibles as well. >> absolutely. >>> it's 5:25 on your inauguration morning. next, the steps being taken on the...
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that's because the president is using the bible abraham lincoln used for his inauguration in 1861 and dr. martin luther king jr.'s personal bible. today is martin luther king jr. day. both bibles will be stacked on top of each other for today's ceremony. >> incredible historic value from those two bibles. >>> 6:11 is our time. that means it's time for weather and traffic on the 1s. and a chilly, chill start to this day, tom. >> you need a heavy coat if you're heading to the mall. down into the 20s, near 30. a few streaks of high cloudiness coming through. hour by hour today, might have an isolated flurry. but a greater chance of that after 6:00 p.m. a rapid warmup after the swearing in ceremony. bit of a blustery wind. tonight, we could get passing snow showers. 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. that might put down a quick dusting. back in ten minutes with a seven-day outlook. here's traffic with danella. >> this is southbound bw parkway in maryland at powder mill road. you're going to see just the right lane getting by the crash there. it does also involve an overturned vehicle. we'll talk about de
that's because the president is using the bible abraham lincoln used for his inauguration in 1861 and dr. martin luther king jr.'s personal bible. today is martin luther king jr. day. both bibles will be stacked on top of each other for today's ceremony. >> incredible historic value from those two bibles. >>> 6:11 is our time. that means it's time for weather and traffic on the 1s. and a chilly, chill start to this day, tom. >> you need a heavy coat if you're heading to the...
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one that abe lincoln used and also what martin luther king, jr. used. touch on the significance of that today. >> the president has a keen sense of history and understand the significance of being inaugurated on martin luther king day because of his status as an african-american president has inspirational value for many people. so it is significant. using the bible that lincoln used is very significant at this particular moment. it should be a good inauguration. it certainly is a lot less cold than it was four years ago. apparently it was brutal. hopefully his speech will inspire people to move beyond talking about michelle obama's bangs or something like that and focus on the country and public policy. >> i got to tell you, i love her bangs. >> i think they look fantastic. >> all right. professor, don't go anywhere. we'll talk to you throughout the show. thank you so much. >> thank you. >> you also love her guns too. she's always in shape. >> she's fit. she can do serious pushups. last year it was a fantasy and this year it will be a reality. we're ta
one that abe lincoln used and also what martin luther king, jr. used. touch on the significance of that today. >> the president has a keen sense of history and understand the significance of being inaugurated on martin luther king day because of his status as an african-american president has inspirational value for many people. so it is significant. using the bible that lincoln used is very significant at this particular moment. it should be a good inauguration. it certainly is a lot...
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and does everyone have to go around the capital and the lincoln memorial again? >> this will not be a satisfying answer, but we will get back to you want details. we have an entire team that just concentrates on media logistics. i know they have been working on that. that was an issue four years ago. some of my colleagues can follow up afterwards. what is your best guess for the running time of the ceremony, start to finish? and the parade? >> i can handle the ceremony portion. we expect the announcement on the platform from the former presidents will begin around 11:00. this will take about 30 minutes. senator schumer opens the ceremony at 11:30. we expect the president will take the oath around noon. the final musical acts. the procession will head back inside about 12:30. music begins for the pre-program at nine: 30 in the morning. -- 9:30 in the morning. >> [indiscernible]>> of course. after the inaugural speech and the performances, the president would have beckoned. -- will head back in. >> i love the idea of any show that opens or closes with beyoncÉ. [la
and does everyone have to go around the capital and the lincoln memorial again? >> this will not be a satisfying answer, but we will get back to you want details. we have an entire team that just concentrates on media logistics. i know they have been working on that. that was an issue four years ago. some of my colleagues can follow up afterwards. what is your best guess for the running time of the ceremony, start to finish? and the parade? >> i can handle the ceremony portion. we...
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the first is the lincoln bible, it's the same bible that was used by president lincoln when he was sworn in for the first time in 1861. and that will be on top of the king family bible which has been graciously provided for this ceremony by the king family. excuse me. kelly clarkson will then sing "my country 'tis of thee" before richard blanco reads an original poem written just specifically for this occasion. we're very excited that richard blanco will be joining us. he is the youngest-ever inaugural poet, the first hgbt -- lgbt inaugural poet. reverend louis leon will be overseeing the traditional st. johns service that kicks off the president's day will be offering the benediction, and the ceremony will end with beyonce singing the national anthem. one quick thing on the bibles. obviously, these are very, very historic bibles and very symbolic bibles as we head into the 150th anniversary of the emancipation proclamation and the 50th anniversary of the march on washington in 1963. with that, i'd like to hand it over to our partners at jtf to talk about the inaugural parade which will
the first is the lincoln bible, it's the same bible that was used by president lincoln when he was sworn in for the first time in 1861. and that will be on top of the king family bible which has been graciously provided for this ceremony by the king family. excuse me. kelly clarkson will then sing "my country 'tis of thee" before richard blanco reads an original poem written just specifically for this occasion. we're very excited that richard blanco will be joining us. he is the...
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the man selling the car is the man who customize a 1955 lincoln concept car and turned it into one of the most recognizable cars in the entire world. it could on tv lay down smokescreens and oil slicks. pretty cool. >> it would be fun to take a for a spin. a surprise while on a boating excursions. they thought the boat would be a good place to take it rest. they found the little guy quite charming. he continued to swim alongside the boat. that is interesting. >> very cool. 6:41. >> some good news on the accident down towards the d.c. area. we will check on the major roads. >> arctic air is just around the corner. partly cloudy skies right now. tuned.wnay the wet weather is next. >> welcome back to 11 news today. 6:44. police make an arrest in connection with a deadly stabbing on saturday morning. daren ruffin has been charged in the stabbing death of melissa davis. this happened in the 300 block of east north avenue. they apparently knew each other and work arguing before the stabbing. a police officer faces criminal actions. michael daugherty was found intoxicated. investigators say
the man selling the car is the man who customize a 1955 lincoln concept car and turned it into one of the most recognizable cars in the entire world. it could on tv lay down smokescreens and oil slicks. pretty cool. >> it would be fun to take a for a spin. a surprise while on a boating excursions. they thought the boat would be a good place to take it rest. they found the little guy quite charming. he continued to swim alongside the boat. that is interesting. >> very cool. 6:41....
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it is in to play the president from tv to movies, "abraham lincoln" on the big screen to president obama on "snl." playing the president is in. we'll look at why and the impact our fictional presidents are making on the entertainment world. >>> and then we are nothing if not resourceful as a culture. and here is the proof. this dad used a vacuum clear to create the perfect ponytail for his daughter. wii. we're going to look at some the most talked about viral videos and show a couple of new ones that you may not have seen. >> does that qualify for "don't try this at home"? >> a little bit. >>> later, if it looks like a twinkies and smells like a twinkie, it should taste lake a twinkie, right? we'll see. it's been about two months since the popular snacks disappeared off the store shelves. since then, new cream-filled sponge cakes have taken their place. we'll find out how they stack up. here jenna will be doing the taste test. >> sure. all of it. >> the story was jenna's idea, actually. >> what? >> you were mourning the twinkie. it was your idea. >> a little bit. and we'll see -- >> part
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i guess when president obama was sworn in, using the lincoln bible and dr. king's traveling bible. he said it was a privilege to be sworn in, using the bible and he actually -- the king family asked him to autograph it. he and chief justice roberts inscribed the bible at the request of the family. >> that's amazing. >> yeah. >> that was a beautiful moment there. and, obviously, great significance to president obama. not just that he was inaugurated for a second term, but doing it on that day meant a lot to him. meant a lot to people in the crowd. we move then into the evening portion. this is where the fashion really gets hot. first lady in red. you just talked to jason wu a couple of minutes ago. also designed the first lady's 2009 inaugural gown. did we like the gown? >> i loved it. red on her is her color. she looks stunning. in anything. she would look great with a paper bag on, frankly, but -- >> he said he was really shocked because, of course, he did the 2009 gown. as a designer, you're thinking she'll probably branch out. what are the chances she picks it again? he did desi
i guess when president obama was sworn in, using the lincoln bible and dr. king's traveling bible. he said it was a privilege to be sworn in, using the bible and he actually -- the king family asked him to autograph it. he and chief justice roberts inscribed the bible at the request of the family. >> that's amazing. >> yeah. >> that was a beautiful moment there. and, obviously, great significance to president obama. not just that he was inaugurated for a second term, but doing...
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president obama will take the oath with his hand on the same bible president lincoln used. it is a momentous occasion, not just for the president, but also for nbc bay area larry gerston who is live in washington, d.c., for the festivities. larry looking very presidential with the back drop behind you, my friend. >> it's hard not to, kris. you get in this room with the capitol behind you, and it's absolutely a fabulous scene. it's very unusual, every four years, this country takes a holiday from politics in washington, and believe me, it's only this weekend. and at this time, people come together, thinking about the future, they're organizing themselves around the presidency and all the things that that institution and office means to this country. this is, by the way, the 57th inauguration. the first was done by president washington in new york, actually. and this is actually the 16th time that a president has been reelected, gone on to a second term. so in that sense, we saw this recently with reagan, h.w. bush, and clinton. but really, it's unusual in that sense, even th
president obama will take the oath with his hand on the same bible president lincoln used. it is a momentous occasion, not just for the president, but also for nbc bay area larry gerston who is live in washington, d.c., for the festivities. larry looking very presidential with the back drop behind you, my friend. >> it's hard not to, kris. you get in this room with the capitol behind you, and it's absolutely a fabulous scene. it's very unusual, every four years, this country takes a...
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fifth graders recited king's "i have a dream" speech on the steps of the lincoln memorial yesterday. today is a national day of service in honor of dr. king and a wreath laying at the king memorial is planned for tomorrow. >>> later today, a handful of stars will join the first lady for an inaugural concert celebrating america's children and families. ♪ i just want you close >> alicia keys, john legend, and smokey robinson are just a few of the stars making an appearance at today's kids inaugural concert. the concert at the washington convention center will also celebrate america's military families. this event is invitation only. >> i didn't get one. >> it's okay. well, you're not a kid. >> that's true. >> although, you act like one sometimes. >> i like alicia keys. i would like to see that. >> you have the opportunity. she's performing at all two inaugural balls. she said three, but two of the official ones. she's got a busy year. she's actually singing the anthem at the super bowl as well. >> she is busy. >> i know. a star-studded time. a lot of people are making their way in. >
fifth graders recited king's "i have a dream" speech on the steps of the lincoln memorial yesterday. today is a national day of service in honor of dr. king and a wreath laying at the king memorial is planned for tomorrow. >>> later today, a handful of stars will join the first lady for an inaugural concert celebrating america's children and families. ♪ i just want you close >> alicia keys, john legend, and smokey robinson are just a few of the stars making an...
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. >> abraham lincoln. >> in what blockbuster movie did your co-star bill pohlman famously play the president of the united states? >> independence day. the correct answer. >> who recently played on the silver screen a first lady who once said "our wrongs will be made right and we will once more taste the blessings of freedom?" >> sally fields. >> yeah. got that one. >> you got one. >> all right. you're a presidential kid on tv. who plays one in the 2004 film "first daughter?" >> katie holmes. >> you are -- >> you know what, i think there is. there's a parting gift for you. let's bring out the present. what is it? >> oh, my goodness. i have always wanted my own -- this is actually incredible. i can finally do the research that i should -- >> before you started the show. >> the book i was looking for. >> all the best. >> you watch 1600 penn. >> you can floss those every day. >> 9:30, 8:30 central on nbc. >> don't worry, get happy. the hottest apps and web sites. you might find that fascinating. right after this. stir it up, stir it ♪ ♪stir it, stir it, stir it up, stir it up. ♪ stir up a
. >> abraham lincoln. >> in what blockbuster movie did your co-star bill pohlman famously play the president of the united states? >> independence day. the correct answer. >> who recently played on the silver screen a first lady who once said "our wrongs will be made right and we will once more taste the blessings of freedom?" >> sally fields. >> yeah. got that one. >> you got one. >> all right. you're a presidential kid on tv. who plays...
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and we have one that doesn't have abe lincoln's face on t it has an indian head right on the front. >> how much is it worth, did you find out? >> we're so excited to see it. it's literally -- there have been people fighting on comments on blogs. >> over how much they're worth. >> i have no idea. we're just excited to have them. and we feel like it was at least worth the price of the rest of the floor. >> canceled it out. >> there's a lot of talk about getting rid of the pen nirks i imagine you guys feel a little differently about that. >> i love the penny. we talked about like where have all these pen nis been? think about all the things that people have bought with them over time. >> how many people have touched our floor. >> it's ridiculous. i have abe lincoln tattooed to my leg. >> the germophobe just went eww. >> i'm glad you put a clear varnish over those things. >> live from their bedroom, thank you so much. >> what's your dog's name? >> thanks for having us. >> you bet. >> cheap flooring option if you think about it. >> that's not bad. >>> coming up next, martha stewart's decrc
and we have one that doesn't have abe lincoln's face on t it has an indian head right on the front. >> how much is it worth, did you find out? >> we're so excited to see it. it's literally -- there have been people fighting on comments on blogs. >> over how much they're worth. >> i have no idea. we're just excited to have them. and we feel like it was at least worth the price of the rest of the floor. >> canceled it out. >> there's a lot of talk about getting...
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but to president lincoln, a half finished dome symbolized a half divided nation. lincoln said "if people see the capital going on, it is a sign that we intend the union shop ilan." so -- the union that should go on. so, the dow continued to rise. on december 2, 1863, the statue of freedom, a woman, was placed atop the dome where she still stands today. in a sublime irony, it was a former slave, now free american who helped to cast bronze statue. our present times are not as perilous or despairing as they were in 1863. but in 2013, far too many doubt the future of this great nation and our ability to tackle our own half finished domes. today's problems are intractable, they say, the times are so complex that differences in the country and the world so deep that we will never overcome them. when thoughts like these produce anxiety, fear, and even despair, we do well to remember that americans have always been and still are a practical, optimistic, problem solving people. as our history shows, no matter how steep the climb, how difficult the problems, how half finish
but to president lincoln, a half finished dome symbolized a half divided nation. lincoln said "if people see the capital going on, it is a sign that we intend the union shop ilan." so -- the union that should go on. so, the dow continued to rise. on december 2, 1863, the statue of freedom, a woman, was placed atop the dome where she still stands today. in a sublime irony, it was a former slave, now free american who helped to cast bronze statue. our present times are not as perilous...
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when abraham lincoln took office, it was i have built eyesore. commissioner wisdom is that it should be left unfinished until the war ended. to president lincoln the half finished dome symbolize they have divided notion. lincoln said it people see the capital going on it is a sign we intend the union shall go on. despite the conflict which engulfed the nation, surrounded the city, and the dome continue to rise. on december 2, the statue of freedom was placed atop the dome where she still stands today. it was a former slave who helped cast the statute. our present times are not as 1863. in 2013, far too many doubted the future of the nation and our ability to attack our own half finished domes. times are so complex. differences in the country and the world are so deep. we will never overcome them. thoughts like these produce anxiety, fear, and despair. we do well to remember that americans have always been and still are a practical, optimistic, problem solving people. no matter how steep the climb, how difficult the problems, how have finished the
when abraham lincoln took office, it was i have built eyesore. commissioner wisdom is that it should be left unfinished until the war ended. to president lincoln the half finished dome symbolize they have divided notion. lincoln said it people see the capital going on it is a sign we intend the union shall go on. despite the conflict which engulfed the nation, surrounded the city, and the dome continue to rise. on december 2, the statue of freedom was placed atop the dome where she still stands...